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Getting Started

Introduction

Arch linux is a lightweight and flexible linux distribution that tries to Keep It Simple.
There are official packages optimized for the i686 and x86-64 architectures. There is also a community-operated package repository.
See the pages in this category

Installing Arch Linux

The full install guide is here and the install CDs are available here. If you would like a more detailed installation guide, please see the Beginners' Guide.

Linux Basics

A few basics on the file system and command line, for people starting Unix/Linux with Arch.